Once your engagement has been announced & there have been
photos taken, the next step is to send out your "SAVE THE DATE" How
much time should be given? Although this is a relatively new practice, the
sooner the better. This way family & friends can start to plan in advance,
before they make their own vacation plans or other outings.. I know couple who
sent them out a week after their engagement, others a year prior to their
wedding date. It's a friendly reminder, & given the amount of
"EVENTS" in every one's busy schedule a Wedding is certainly a
pleasant enough celebration that loved
ones and cherished friends will attend.
A simple picture of the two
of you is the best, try & be creative. It’s always fun to see the couple
engage in one of their favorite hobbies or sports, still simple &
romantic work too. I've seen simple photos sent with the words save the date on
them, or magnets to hang on your fridge or attach to your bulletin board. Which
ever you choose the "reminder" will be appreciated & noted as
soon as your guests receive it. If your
wedding is going to be a destination wedding then I stress even more to get
those reminders out!